Prognathia (prognatism)

Prognathia, or prognatism, is a condition where either the maxilla or the mandible is positioned forward to the front compared to a normal position on the skull. It’s a term mostly used in orthodontics and oral and maxillofacial surgery because prognatia can cause malocclusion, where the upper and lower jaws are not well aligned.

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Dr. Anto Youssef has been active in the dental field for the past two decades. A dentist by day and a blogger by night, he may express his passion for dentistry by taking care of his patients, or by writing articles to inform the public about current dental topics. He is located in the lovely city of Montreal, and its neighbouring regions.